THEATRE AND PERFORMING ARTS
www.theatre.iastate.edu
The Theatre and Performing Arts program:
- Utilizes a flexible, interdisciplinary curriculum dedicated to empowering the citizen artist.
- Focuses on undergraduate experiences, high impact learning, interdisciplinary and cross-community collaboration, and exceptional professional preparation and training.
- Engages in collaborative, innovative practices in both classroom and production settings.
- Empowers students to take an active role in an interconnected system of artistic community engagement and creative momentum.
- Is dedicated to individualized student-centered programming that is ambitious, relevant, and rigorous.
ISU Theatre impacts hundreds of students from majors throughout the university in our classes, productions and studios. Our students are compassionate, enthusiastic, aware, ambitious, dependable, dedicated, disciplined and generous. The Theatre and Performing Arts program offers a wide variety of courses that support the student’s individual interests and specialization. Our curriculum is flexible, interdisciplinary and dedicated to fostering the citizen artist.
The major in performing arts offers the undergraduate student a cross-disciplinary core including 26 credits in three categories: Theatre, Music and Dance. Students also select a 21-24 credit emphasis in one or more of the following areas of focus:
- Acting/Directing
- Dance
- Musical Theatre
- Theatre Studies
- Theatrical Design and Technology
Additional professional development occurs within two required professional internships in which students can practice the skills and passions developed throughout their individualized plans of study. Preparation for these internships include various impactful experiences in theatre and the performing arts here at Iowa State. This work is vital for students to gain a practical understanding of the rigors of the field.
ISU Theatre and Performing Arts focuses solely on the undergraduate student artist, offering students many opportunities to participate in production experiences throughout the academic year. Students implement the theories and principles explored in the classroom with experiential learning though public performances. These productions vary in scope, taking place in the 435-seat proscenium space at Fisher Theatre as well as in other intimate and “found” venues both on and off campus. Performing arts majors must maintain a 2.0 GPA to participate in production activities. Scholarships and employment opportunities are available to both incoming and current students on a yearly basis. All areas of ISU Theatre and Performing Arts, including classes and productions, are open to all students regardless of major. Visit here to learn about scholarships and all of the ways to get involved with Theatre and the Performing Arts at ISU.
In addition to building a solid foundation in theatre, Performing Arts graduates enter the world as empathetic citizen artists prepared to engage in civic life and meet the challenges of the work force or graduate school with strong skills in leadership, collaboration, and critical thinking.
Bachelor of Arts - Performing Arts Major (Perf)
All performing arts majors must complete both the performing arts core and at least one of the emphases listed below. A Minimum GPA of 2.00 in both the major core and the chosen emphasis is required to graduate.
The Core for the Performing Arts Major (25-26 credits)
| MUSIC 102 | Introduction to Music Listening | 3 |
| or THTRE 106 | Introduction to the Performing Arts | |
| or THTRE 110 | Theatre and Society | |
| MUSIC 101 | Fundamentals of Music | 2-3 |
| or MUSIC 105 | Basic Musicianship | |
| THTRE 250 | Technical Theatre Practicum | 2 |
| THTRE 251 | Acting Foundations | 3 |
| THTRE 255 | Introduction to Theatrical Production | 4 |
| THTRE 263 | Script Analysis | 3 |
| PERF 105 | Performing Arts Seminar (six semesters) | R |
| PERF 310 | Performing Arts Internship (2 professional internships required) | R |
| or THTRE 499 | Theatre Internship | |
| PERF 401 | Performing Arts Capstone Seminar | 2 |
| Choose six credits of DANCE from the following: | 6 | |
| Modern Dance I | ||
| Ballet I | ||
| Jazz I | ||
| Tap Dance I | ||
| Ballroom Dance I | ||
| Fundamentals and Methods of Social and World Dance | ||
| Modern Dance Composition | ||
| Modern Dance II | ||
| Modern Dance III | ||
| Ballet II | ||
| Ballet III | ||
| Jazz II | ||
| Yoga Movement | ||
| Dance Appreciation | ||
| Sound and Movement | ||
| History and Philosophy of Dance | ||
| Advanced Studies in Dance | ||
| Teaching Children's Dance | ||
| Methods of Teaching Dance | ||
| Teaching Dance Technique and Composition | ||
Emphasis in Acting/Directing (22 Credits)
| MUSIC 118A | Applied Music: Non-majors: Voice (One Semester) | 1 |
| THTRE 151 | Actor's Voice and Movement | 3 |
| THTRE 365 | Theatrical Design Principles | 3 |
| THTRE 455 | Directing for the Stage | 3 |
| THTRE 465 | Theatre History: Ancient to 19th Century | 3 |
| THTRE 466 | Theatre History: 19th Century to Present | 3 |
| Choose 6 credits from the following: | 6 | |
| Acting: Contemporary Scene Study | ||
| Acting: Period Styles | ||
| Creative Writing: Playwriting | ||
| Advanced Directing | ||
| Seminar | ||
| Seminar: Acting Techniques | ||
| Seminar: Acting Styles | ||
| Seminar: Arts Management | ||
Emphasis in Theatrical Design and Technology (21 credits)
| THTRE 365 | Theatrical Design Principles | 3 |
| THTRE 455 | Directing for the Stage | 3 |
| THTRE 465 | Theatre History: Ancient to 19th Century | 3 |
| THTRE 466 | Theatre History: 19th Century to Present | 3 |
| Choose 9 Credits from the following: | 9 | |
| Stagecraft | ||
| Stage Makeup | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Costume Design | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Scenic Design | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Lighting Design | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Sound Design | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Stagecraft | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Costume Draping and Patterning | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Advanced Makeup | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Stage Management | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Technical Direction | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Arts Management | ||
| Seminar | ||
| Seminar: Design and Technical Theatre | ||
| Seminar: Arts Management | ||
Emphasis in Musical Theatre (22 credits)
| MUSIC 118A | Applied Music: Non-majors: Voice (4 semesters) | 4 |
| THTRE 365 | Theatrical Design Principles | 3 |
| THTRE 354 | Musical Theatre History and Performance | 3 |
| THTRE 355 | Musical Theatre Auditions and Performance | 3 |
| THTRE 465 | Theatre History: Ancient to 19th Century | 3 |
| or THTRE 466 | Theatre History: 19th Century to Present | |
| Choose 6 credits from the following: | ||
| Actor's Voice and Movement | ||
| Acting: Contemporary Scene Study | ||
| Acting: Period Styles | ||
| Directing for the Stage | ||
| Advanced Directing | ||
| Seminar | ||
| Seminar: Musical Theatre | ||
| Seminar: Acting Techniques | ||
| Seminar: Acting Styles | ||
| Seminar: Arts Management | ||
Emphasis in Dance (21 credits)
| DANCE 360 | History and Philosophy of Dance | 3 |
| 12 Credits of DANCE in addition to DANCE 360 and the six taken in the PERF core. At least 6 credits must be 300+. | 12 | |
| 6 credits of 300+ credits in THEATRE. | 6 | |
Emphasis in Theatre Studies (21 credits)
| THTRE 465 | Theatre History: Ancient to 19th Century | 3 |
| THTRE 466 | Theatre History: 19th Century to Present | 3 |
| Choose 15 Credits from the following: | 15 | |
| Actor's Voice and Movement | ||
| Creative Writing: Playwriting | ||
| Acting: Contemporary Scene Study | ||
| Musical Theatre History and Performance | ||
| Musical Theatre Auditions and Performance | ||
| Stage Makeup | ||
| Stagecraft | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Costume Design | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Scenic Design | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Lighting Design | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Sound Design | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Stagecraft | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Costume Draping and Patterning | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Advanced Makeup | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Stage Management | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Technical Direction | ||
| Studies in Theatre Design and Production Workshop: Arts Management | ||
| Acting: Period Styles | ||
| Directing for the Stage | ||
| Advanced Directing | ||
| Seminar | ||
| Seminar: Musical Theatre | ||
| Seminar: Acting Techniques | ||
| Seminar: Acting Styles | ||
| Seminar: Design and Technical Theatre | ||
| Seminar: Arts Management | ||
Suggested Four year plans for Performing Arts majors
Performing Arts B.A. - Emphasis in Acting/Directing
| Freshman | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| THTRE 251 | 3 | PERF 105 | R | ||
| THTRE 255 | 4 | THTRE 151 | 3 | ||
| MUSIC 102 | 3 | THTRE 263 | 3 | ||
| PERF 105 | R | MUSIC 105 | 3 | ||
| ENGL 150 | 3 | THTRE 250 | 1 | ||
| LIB 160 | 1 | ENGL 250 | 3 | ||
| Dance Elective | 1 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| or THTRE 499 | 1-3 | Dance Elective | 1 | ||
| 16-18 | 17 | ||||
| Sophomore | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
| PERF 105 | R | PERF 105 | R | PERF 310 | R |
| MUSIC 290F (Voice Lessons) | 1 | THTRE 351 (or other 300+ Acting class) | 3 | or THTRE 499 | 1-3 |
| 300+ Elective | 3 | Dance Class | 1 | ||
| THTRE 250 | 1 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| THTRE 365 | 3 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| Dance Class | 1 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| General Education Requirement | 3 | ||||
| General Education Requirement | 3 | ||||
| 18 | 16 | 1-3 | |||
| Junior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
| PERF 105 | R | PERF 105 | R | PERF 310 | R |
| THTRE 455 | 3 | THTRE 466 | 3 | or THTRE 499 | 1-3 |
| THTRE 465 | 3 | Dance Class Elective | 1 | ||
| General Education Requirement | 3 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| General Education Requirement | 3 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| Dance Elective | 1 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 16 | 16 | 1-3 | |||
| Senior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| PERF 401 | 2 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| THTRE 451 (or other 300+ acting/directing course) | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| General Education Requirement | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 14 | 15 | ||||
| Total Credits: 130-136 | |||||
Performing Arts - B.A. - Emphasis in Theatrical Design/Technology
| Freshman | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| PERF 105 | R | PERF 105 | R | ||
| THTRE 251 | 3 | THTRE 263 | 3 | ||
| THTRE 255 | 4 | MUSIC 105 | 3 | ||
| MUSIC 102 | 3 | ENGL 250 | 3 | ||
| LIB 160 | 1 | THTRE 250 | 1 | ||
| General Education Requirement | 3 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| ENGL 150 | 3 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| 17 | 16 | ||||
| Sophomore | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
| PERF 105 | R | PERF 105 | R | PERF 310 | R |
| THTRE 365 | 3 | DANCE 360 | 3 | or THTRE 499 | 1-3 |
| DANCE 270 (Or other Dance course) | 3 | THTRE 393A (or other 300+ THTRE Design/Tech course) | 3 | ||
| THTRE 250 | 1 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| General Education Requirement | 3 | Genearl Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| General Education Requirement | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | ||||
| 16 | 15 | 1-3 | |||
| Junior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
| PERF 105 | R | PERF 105 | R | PERF 310 | R |
| THTRE 455 | 3 | THTRE 393B (Or other 300+ THTRE Design/Tech Class) | 3 | or THTRE 499 | 1-3 |
| THTRE 465 | 3 | THTRE 360 (Or other 300+ THTRE Design/Tech Class) | 4 | ||
| General Education Requirement | 3 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| General Education Requirement | 3 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 15 | 16 | 1-3 | |||
| Senior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| PERF 401 | 2 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 14 | 15 | ||||
| Total Credits: 126-130 | |||||
Performing Arts - B.A. - Emphasis in Musical Theatre
| Freshman | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| THTRE 251 | 3 | PERF 105 | R | ||
| THTRE 255 | 4 | THTRE 263 | 3 | ||
| MUSIC 102 | 3 | MUSIC 290F (Voice Lessons) | 1 | ||
| PERF 105 | R | MUSIC 105 | 3 | ||
| ENGL 150 | 3 | THTRE 250 | 1 | ||
| MUSIC 290F (Voice Lessons) | 1 | ENGL 250 | 3 | ||
| LIB 160 | 1 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| Dance Elective | 1 | Dance Elective | 1 | ||
| THTRE 151 (or other Acting/Directing course) | 3 | ||||
| 16 | 18 | ||||
| Sophomore | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
| PERF 105 | R | PERF 105 | R | PERF 310 | R |
| MUSIC 290F (Voice Lessons) | 1 | Dance Class | 1 | or THTRE 499 | 1-3 |
| 300+ Elective | 3 | THTRE 355 | 3 | ||
| THTRE 250 | 1 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| Dance Class | 1 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| THTRE 354 | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| General Education Requirement | 3 | MUSIC 290F (Voice Lessons) | 1 | ||
| 15 | 17 | 1-3 | |||
| Junior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | Summer | Credits |
| PERF 105 | R | PERF 105 | R | PERF 310 | R |
| THTRE 455 (or other 300+ Acting/Directing Course) | 3 | Dance Class Elective | 1 | or THTRE 499 | 1-3 |
| THTRE 365 | 3 | THTRE 351 (Or other 300+ THTRE Acting/Directing Course) | 3 | ||
| THTRE 465 | 3 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| General Education Requirement | 3 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| Dance Elective | 1 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 16 | 16 | 1-3 | |||
| Senior | |||||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits | ||
| PERF 401 | 2 | General Education Requirement | 3 | ||
| THTRE 451 (or other 300+ acting/directing course) | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| General Education Requirement | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 300+ Elective | 3 | 300+ Elective | 3 | ||
| 14 | 15 | ||||
| Total Credits: 129-133 | |||||
Please see the Department advisers for more information about suggested Four Year Plans for the Emphases in Dance and Theatre Studies. Students in all ISU majors must complete a three-credit course in U.S. Diversity and a three-credit course in International Perspectives. Consult the catalogue for a list of approved courses. Discuss with your adviser how these two courses can be applied to your graduation plan.
Performing Arts Minor
To complete the minor in Performing Arts, students must take at least 15 credits of either Theatre or Performing Arts courses. Six credits must be 300 level or higher. THTRE 224, 250, 290, 301X, 469, 490, and 499 do not count toward the Performing Arts minor. The minor must include at least 9 credits that are not used to meet any other department, college or university requirement. The following classes are required:
| PERF 105 | Performing Arts Seminar (3 semesters) | R |
| THTRE 255 | Introduction to Theatrical Production | 4 |
| THTRE 263 | Script Analysis | 3 |
Performing Arts Courses
Courses primarily for undergraduates:
Cr. R. F.S.
Cross-disciplinary exploration of topics in the performing arts. Six semesters required of performing arts majors; three semesters required of performing arts minors.
Cr. R. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Required of performing arts majors. A job or internship with a professional or semi-professional performing arts organization.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(2-0) Cr. 2. S.
Prereq: Senior Classification
Collaborative study and practice of topics in the performing arts specifically aimed at preparing students for post-undergraduate life. The course culminates in an individual or group capstone project. Required for performing arts majors.
Theatre Courses
Courses primarily for undergraduates:
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS.
An audience oriented, broad-based, survey of the performing arts which emphasizes theatre and includes segments on television, radio and podcasts, film, dance, and music.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
An introduction to Theatre focusing on its relationship with society throughout history.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Study, exploration, and practice of physical and vocal techniques that build expressiveness for the performing artist.
(Cross-listed with DANCE). (0-3) Cr. 0.5-2. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.
Prereq: By audition only
Choreography, rehearsal, and performance in campus dance concerts and/or musical theatre productions.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
Cr. 1-2. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.
Prereq: Permission of instructor
Practice in various aspects of technical theatre production.
Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Theory and practice in fundamentals of acting.
(3-3) Cr. 4. F.S.
Standard structure and procedures, historical overview of performing arts production including the design and creation of scenery, costumes and lighting.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.
Theory, analysis, and interpretation of play scripts for production.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 3 credits in theatre; permission of instructor; approval of written proposal
(Cross-listed with ENGL). (3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: ENGL 250, not open to freshmen
Progresses from production of scenes to fully developed one-act plays. Emphasis on action, staging, writing, analytical reading, workshop criticism, and individual conferences.
(2-2) Cr. 3.
Prereq: THTRE 251 or Permission of Instructor
Theory, history and practice of musical theatre. Designed to develop the musical theatre performance skills of singers, dancers, and actors.
(2-2) Cr. 3.
Prereq: THTRE 354 or permission of instructor.
Theory and practice of musical theatre audition and performance styles.
(1-2) Cr. 2. F.
Introduction to the theory and practice of theatrical makeup techniques. Lab required.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Principles of oral interpretation and storytelling, with practice in literary analysis and performance.
(3-2) Cr. 4. S.
Prereq: THTRE 255
Tools, materials, and techniques of planning, constructing and painting of performing arts scenography. Basic principles of lighting technology. Technical drawing for performing arts production.
(2-2) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: THTRE 255
An exploration of the elements, principles and art of theatrical design.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: THTRE 365 or permission of instructor.
Studies in Theatre Design and Production.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: THTRE 365 or permission from the instructor.
Special topics related to costume design.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: THTRE 365 or permission of instructor.
Special topics related to scenic design.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. S.
Prereq: THTRE 365 or permission of instructor.
Special topics in lighting design.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: THTRE 365 or permission of instructor.
Special topics in sound design.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: THTRE 365 or permission of instructor.
Special topics in stagecraft.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: THTRE 365 or permission of instructor.
Special topics in costume draping and patterning.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: THTRE 255 or permission of instructor.
Special topics related to stage management.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: THTRE 365 or permission of instructor.
Special topics related to technical direction.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: THTRE 365 or permission of instructor.
Special topics related to Arts Management.
(3-0) Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.
Prereq: THTRE 365 or permission of instructor.
Studies and practice in scenic painting.
Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: THTRE 365 or permission of instructor.
Studies and Practice in Costume Construction.
(2-2) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: THTRE 455
Advanced practical and theoretical exploration in directing the stage play.
(3-0) Cr. 3. F.
Prereq: HIST 201 or equivalent
Theatre history from ancient times to the 19th Century.
(3-0) Cr. 3. S.
Prereq: HIST 201 or equivalent.
Theatre history from 19th century to present.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 6 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre courses; junior classification
Practicum in production with ISU Theatre, with opportunities for specialization within various areas. Required: Approval of written proposal.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre, approved written proposal, junior classification
Only one independent study enrollment within the department is permitted per semester.
No more than 9 credits in Thtre 490 may be counted toward graduation.
Cr. 1-8. Repeatable, maximum of 8 credits. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 18 credits in THTRE, other courses deemed appropriate by faculty adviser; 2nd semester junior or senior standing; minimum GPA of 2.5 and minimum GPA of 3.0 in THTRE courses
Supervised application of theatre in professional settings.
Courses primarily for graduate students, open to qualified undergraduates:
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre
Topics may include the following:.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre
Topics may include the following:.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre
Topics may include the following:.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre
Topics may include the following:.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre
Topics may include the following:.
Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. F.S.SS.
Prereq: 9 credits in theatre
Topics may include the following:.
Cr. 1-4. Repeatable, maximum of 12 credits.
Prereq: Approved written proposal